Beware

Beware: Jackson County Circuit Court Issues Alert on Jury Duty Phone Scam Targeting Residents

by

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Residents are being advised to remain vigilant due to a jury duty scam that has emerged in the area, prompting warnings from the Jackson County Circuit Court. The court has reported that individuals have received fraudulent phone calls suggesting they will face legal consequences for failing to report for jury duty. In these deceptive calls, recipients are told they must pay a fine to avoid arrest. Although the scammers often reference actual judges and may disguise their phone numbers to appear more credible, the court emphasizes that officials never threaten arrest … Read more

Beware: San Mateo County Court Alerts Residents to Surge in Jury Duty Scams

by

San Mateo, California — Officials at the San Mateo County Superior Court have issued a warning to residents about a surge in jury duty scams that have targeted individuals across the region. These scams typically involve deceptive phone calls or messages from individuals posing as court officials, creating an alarming situation for unsuspecting citizens. Court representatives have reported that scammers often threaten victims with fines or arrest if they do not comply. The impersonators may ask for personal information, including Social Security numbers or payment for alleged fees related to missed jury duty. This has … Read more

Beware: New Jury Duty Phone Scam Targets Residents, Tricks Victims into Giving Personal Information

by

Spokane, Washington — Authorities are warning residents about an alarming phone scam that is targeting individuals under the guise of jury duty. Scammers are calling victims, claiming they have missed jury duty and demanding immediate payment to avoid jail time or other penalties. The local sheriff’s office reported an uptick in such incidents, emphasizing that legitimate court officials do not ask for payments over the phone. Victims are often instructed to send money via prepaid debit cards or wire transfers, methods that make it challenging to trace the perpetrators. This recent surge in scams embodies … Read more

Beware of Scam Calls in Harris County: Imposters Target Residents with Fake Jury Duty Threats

by

Harris County, Texas, officials have issued a warning about scammers impersonating county employees and making fraudulent calls regarding jury duty. Residents have been targeted with alarming threats about arrest warrants that stem from missed jury service. One victim, a Houston resident who wishes to remain anonymous, reported losing $8,000 to these scammers. He recounted receiving a call from someone claiming to be with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, who alleged that there was a warrant for his arrest for failing to appear for jury duty in a federal case. During the conversation, the scammer offered … Read more